CROSS-QUESTIONS Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

cross-questions

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present tense third-person singular of cross-question

as in inquires (of)

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From sharp Christian Louboutin pumps to edgy boots, and plenty of Saint Laurent designs, take a look at more of her standout shoe moments in 2026 below.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Zendaya let the gown shine, keeping her accessories simple with her go-to Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, a Rolex on her left wrist, and two diamond rings, including her engagement sparkler.

— Afia Asamoah, InStyle, 24 July 2026

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Her work examines fashion as a cultural and ideological system, with a focus on copying, repetition, and reuse as critical and pedagogical strategies to question dominant notions of originality and value.

— Vogue, Vogue, 30 July 2026
The research examines nearly 2,000 past and future total solar eclipse paths, comparing them with present-day national borders to determine how frequently each country experiences the rare celestial event.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

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But his aides insisted the dangers play no role in his policymaking decisions, even as the US bombards Iran.

— Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 15 July 2026
The two armies remain locked in battle on the roughly 750-mile front line, while Russia bombards civilian areas of Ukraine daily.

— Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026

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